I'm new to the forum and would like to say hello. I am 5 days post-op, and so far so good. I had a few complications during surgery because of scar tissue (adhesions) from previous gall bladder surgery, but it hasn't hindered my recovery at all. My surgeon only had me on liquids 2-3 days post-op and now pureed food for 2-3 weeks. I haven't been sick at all, and am now only mildly sore at my incision sites. I feel a slight "pressure" sensation in my upper abdomen, and I have had some gas, but thankfully no pain from it. I am amazed by my lack of constant hunger and how quickly I get full. I've lost 8 lbs. since my surgery. This is going to be great!

Welcome to bandland. It is great that you are doing so well and best wishes for continued success.

Mimi

Good deal. I hope all is still going well. I am also new to the bandland and was banded on 3/30/09. :welldoneclap:

i just joined website on my first ever computer. i am having my lapband surgery on monday the 6th. i am a little scared. i am only drinking liquids for this weekend. i am not young and don't know what to expect, but am all set in my mind for it. :welldoneclap:

Edited April 4, 200917 yr by SwedishMoon

I was banded on 3/31. The liquid diet is difficult, but I can't say I am terribly hungry. I do wonder if I can "force" those proteins down. (I know its important).

I was banded on 3/31. The liquid diet is difficult, but I can't say I am terribly hungry. I do wonder if I can "force" those Proteins down. (I know its important).

Gotta Force em down. It's so important, that's what is keeping your body going & keeping you energized! Not to mention, healing your wounds! I gotta choke my down too, something that you just gotta do!

I am now on week 2 all liquid, can't wait to go on pureed foods next week, 17lbs so far, I think my body is in shock! Found a liquid protein I can live with, but I still am not where I should be with protein. I'm working on it! Wish I could have some good soup or at least mashed potatoes on Easter, its going to be bad watching everyone eat. Although, I am still not real hungry. Feeling almost back to normal though, only better!